HOME PROFILE: Cute cottage has everything you need

By Barbara ForsterGateHouse Media

Monday

Apr 16, 2018 at 11:42 AMApr 16, 2018 at 11:42 AM

Built in 1947 and fully renovated in 2013, this single-family home — albeit on the smaller side — is guaranteed to generate house envy whether used as a weekend getaway, a summertime escape or a year-round residence. Using this as income property is another option.

ADDRESS: 50 Lincoln Ave., Unit 0, Marblehead

BEDROOMS: 1

BATHROOMS: 1

LIVING SPACE: 600 sq. ft.

PRICE: $489,900

Let’s just say it: this cottage is adorable and its curb appeal is at “11.”

Built in 1947 and fully renovated in 2013, this single-family home — albeit on the smaller side — is guaranteed to generate house envy whether used as a weekend getaway, a summertime escape or a year-round residence. Using this as income property is another option.

Even extras like a fully fenced and prettily landscaped yard with a stone wall are enchanting. Of course, the extra-long one-car garage, which is always a plus as this is Marblehead and winter will return, is another enviable bonus.

Despite having only 600 square feet of living space, which does not include the basement, this small house lives big with all the bells and whistles as well as luxuries (scaled to perfection, of course) found in homes two or three times its size.

Incidentally, the practical aspects of this home are very impressive. Consider that in addition to a fully re-shingled new roof, all 10 windows and doors are new. So is the heating system and the gas tankless hot water heater. The house is air conditioned and has solar panels. And — yes, there’s more — this home’s basement that is almost the footprint of the house is great for storage, a workshop or crafting area.

Let’s go in

Although the cove ceiling in the front entry is high, one in the open concept kitchen, living-dining room is even higher. One section has a skylight with a remote controlled shade, too. The overall effect is quite eye-catching.

That’s not the only showstopper. In the kitchen, the center island with a mahogany countertop that seats two falls into the “Wow” category, as does the ocean blue, subway tile backsplash. All this is accented with a substantial amount of white cabinetry. Of course, the rest of the kitchen with sparkling stainless-steel appliances that include a Blomberg four-burner gas range accented with white Corian countertops with beveled edges is not only attractive but very functional.

The living-dining area is also on the spacious side and, with the absence of walls, is exceptionally flexible. Moreover, this well-proportioned space makes arranging and/or rearranging furniture easy. Hardwood flooring — it gleams — that begins in the entry and continues practically throughout the house is a cohesive element and a beautiful one.

Laundry facilities are tucked into a nearby “closet.” Although the current unit is a combination stackable, this space will accommodate a full size washing machine and dryer will stack easily. An extra built-in “cabinet” is overhead.

The full bathroom is a wonderful combination of luxury and charm — lots of charm, in fact. The step-in shower, for example, has a subway tile surround with blue inserts plus a pebble-and-rock-style floor. The sink vanity has an elegant marble countertop but also provides convenient storage.

Sweet dreams

The master bedroom is, however, the pièce de résistance. Here character, practicality and beauty are everywhere. The high cove ceiling — and yes, this also has a skylight — makes this king-bed size space feel even bigger. In case you wondered, this does have a big double closet.

The bedroom even has a secret passage to the basement via a floor hatch. Talk about pizzazz …

Moreover, this is a room with a view overlooking the yard that which is exceptionally large and has a deck.

Another perk is that this gem is near all things Marblehead including outdoor fun at Gas House Beach and Crocker Park to rainy day activities like movies at the Warwick. Marblehead Little Theater is close by, too.

This home does have it all!

Contact Brian Skidmore of Sagan Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty at 617-834-3227 or 781-479-4559 or by email: brian.skidmore@sothebysrealty.com